In the aftermath of the 2006 war, the Beirut Marathon Association chose not to cancel their event, but rather to hold it as a testament to Lebanese resilience. Despite devastation and political upheaval, the marathon took place with 22,000...See moreIn the aftermath of the 2006 war, the Beirut Marathon Association chose not to cancel their event, but rather to hold it as a testament to Lebanese resilience. Despite devastation and political upheaval, the marathon took place with 22,000 people, in solidarity, running or walking the 5 km, 10 km and 42 km races with 'For the Love of Lebanon' as the theme. Written by
Deborah Harse
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